MIXOLOGY (\mik-ˈsä-lə-jē\)
: the art or skill of preparing mixed drinks
In recent years the termsmixology and mixologist have seen a new light and become a regular part of bar vocabulary. They are being used more and more to describe a style of mixing cocktails and the people who practice it.
However, exactly what is mixology? Well, that's a good question...
What is Mixology?
Mixology is another term for mixing drinks or bartending and a mixologist is another term for a bartender or bar chef.
Mixology is generally accepted as: a refined and in-depth study of the art and craft of mixing drink. Think of it as the study of the chemistry of drinks and the mixologist as the professional who studies it.
Merriam-Webster's dictionary dates mixology to 1948 and defines it as: "the art or skill of preparing mixed drinks"
